Traineeship Vacancies at Tepsa: "project - Brussels, België - Trans European Policy Studies Association (TEPSA)

Beschrijving

TEPSA is looking for
two talented, skilled, and motivated young professionals for a
remunerated 6 months-traineeship in its Brussels office.

The trainees will support TEPSA in the implementation of its EU-funded projects.

In particular, the trainees will assist in the supply of external expertise to EU institutions and the coordination and editing of research papers in the field of external relations (human rights, development, EU enlargement, Eastern and Southern neighbourhood, security and defence) and gender issues.

In addition, the trainees will support TEPSA in the implementation of a number of projects on democracy, disinformation and citizens' engagement, including the coordination and editing of publications on these themes and the organisation of events.

Lastly, they will be involved in TEPSA's communication and dissemination activities through a number of written and audio-visual outputs. The trainees will be working under the direct supervision of the Project Managers.


About TEPSA

The
Trans European Policy Studies Association (TEPSA) is an independent research network comprising
49 leading universities and research institutes in the field of European affairs throughout Europe.

Based in Brussels, the
TEPSA Secretariat manages and implements several EU-funded projects.

It contributes to maximising the policy and societal impact of research by organising conferences and training, producing audio-visual material and coordinating research publications.

Tasks

• Assistance in the conceptualisation and organisation of conferences, seminars and other events;
• Support in the coordination of research papers (expertise for the European Parliament, TEPSA Briefs, European Council Debriefs, TEPSA book on the Future of Europe, TEPSA recommendations to the upcoming Council Presidency, etc.), including identifying and liaising with academic experts and ensuring the respect of deadline and specifications;
• Assistance in editing reports and studies;
• Assist in the communication of EUfunded projects by designing and preparing newsletters, news, social media campaigns and other communications materials (e.g. visuallyengaging infographics);
• Assist in the daytoday management of the TEPSA website, including updating the website and liaising with TEPSA members to source research contributions;
• Assist in the production of audiovisual materials including TEPSA's flagship video activities and podcasts;
• Contribution to the overall implementation of TEPSA activities.

Requirements
:

• Master's degree in European studies, political science, international relations, law or a related discipline;
• Excellent knowledge of the internal workings of the EU institutions and decisionmaking processes;
• Excellent drafting and editing skills;
• Excellent organisational skills, ability to prioritise and attention to detail;
• Fluency in English, knowledge of French is an asset;
• Knowledge of MS Office;
• Capable of handling multiple tasks, prioritising workload, being responsive and a fast learner;
• Interest in working in a multicultural team;
• Eligible to work in Belgium (EU citizen or valid work permit);
• Experience with video and graphic production is an asset;
• Experience with Content Management Systems (WordPress), knowledge of MailChimp is an asset;
• Experience in the organisation of events in the field of EU affairs and/or experience in EU projects are considered an advantage.

Two traineeship periods

• The first trainee will join us from
  14 September 2023 to
  13 March 2024.

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• The second trainee will join us from
  23 October 2023 to
  22 April 2024.

Remuneration

Application Procedure

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